The job
During a site visit for our clients HS2, one of the contractors was following client guidance that all plants and motored equipment should be fitted with a plant tray when parked.
A tray is installed to catch and contain any leaks or spills from construction vehicles on sites. The problem here is that when it rains the tray gets filled with water and everything overflows onto the ground defeating the object.
During the debrief with the subcontractor I suggested they should be using a ‘hydro pad’ instead. A hydro pad absorbs and contains any oil leaks and changes colour when saturated.
I’m pleased to say my suggestion was adopted by the subcontractor and was taken up as best practice throughout the company.